Elaphurus davidianus
Definition
- Noun:
- A large Chinese deer surviving only in domesticated herds: Elaphurus davidianus is the scientific name for a species of deer native to China, also known as Père David's deer. It is characterized by its large size, long tail, and distinctive antlers. The species became extinct in the wild and now exists only in captive or semi-wild populations managed by humans.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The elaphurus davidianus is a unique species that was once extinct in the wild.
- Conservation efforts have successfully maintained several herds of elaphurus davidianus in parks and reserves.
Advanced Usage
- "Père David's deer": This is the common English name for .
- Père David's deer, or elaphurus davidianus, has a fascinating conservation history.
Variants and Related Words
- Père David's deer (n): The common name for .
- Milu (n): Another common name for this species, used particularly in Chinese contexts.
Synonyms
- Père David's deer: The primary synonym and common name.
- Milu: A synonym derived from its Chinese name.
Noun
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large Chinese deer surviving only in domesticated herds
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